Bangkok's Food Bank Initiative Aids Homeless
Since its launch, Bangkok's food bank initiative has converted 315 tonnes of surplus food into over 1.3 million meals for needy residents, reducing the city's carbon footprint by 789,825.79 kgCO2e. Donations are accepted from Tuesday to Thursday at local district drop-off sites.
City Hall has announced the success of its food bank initiative, which has converted 315 tonnes of surplus food into over 1.3 million meals for vulnerable residents.
Launched on August 8, the BKK Food Bank has seen generous contributions from individuals and businesses, redistributing 315,741.42 kilograms of food to 67,449 needy residents.
According to Pornphrom Vikitsreth, adviser to the Bangkok governor on sustainability, the project has also significantly reduced the city's carbon footprint by 789,825.79 kgCO2e.
By preventing surplus food from becoming waste, the initiative supports both the environment and low-income groups.
Donations can be made at local district drop-off sites from Tuesday to Thursday.
Launched on August 8, the BKK Food Bank has seen generous contributions from individuals and businesses, redistributing 315,741.42 kilograms of food to 67,449 needy residents.
According to Pornphrom Vikitsreth, adviser to the Bangkok governor on sustainability, the project has also significantly reduced the city's carbon footprint by 789,825.79 kgCO2e.
By preventing surplus food from becoming waste, the initiative supports both the environment and low-income groups.
Donations can be made at local district drop-off sites from Tuesday to Thursday.
